18 Dec 2025
Queensland sees unusual summer spike in flu cases
Queensland Health is warning residents to take extra care this festive season after flu cases rose unexpectedly in recent weeks, despite it being well outside the usual winter flu period.
18 Dec 2025
In Practice: Upcoming insulin supply changes and GP updates
Changes to Humulin and Humalog insulin supplies General Practitioners are being informed about upcoming changes in the availability of Humulin and Humalog insulin vials in Australia.
18 Dec 2025
CMO highlights hypertension as a major public health priority at National Summit
Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd addressed the National Hypertension Summit 2025 in Adelaide on 9 December, emphasising the critical need to prevent, detect, and manage high blood pressure in Australia.
17 Dec 2025
RACGP honours GP for decades of service to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Dr Rajeshwary “Dr Raji” Krishnan has spent more than 40 years improving healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, earning her the RACGP’s 2025 GP of the Year award.
17 Dec 2025
GP recognised for lifelong commitment to community health
For Dr Liza Robertson, working as a GP in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities has been deeply meaningful.
17 Dec 2025
GP Survives After Car Crashes Through Melbourne Clinic
Dr Rafid Hamdan narrowly escaped injury when a car smashed through his Melbourne clinic last week. The crash killed a pedestrian outside and seriously injured a patient inside.
17 Dec 2025
Top 10 Global Health Highlights of 2025
Another intense year has passed for healthcare workers worldwide. Although the focus on COVID-19 has decreased, many new challenges and achievements have influenced healthcare in 2025. From new technology to new health threats, these are the ten most significant stories of the year and their effect on Australian General Practitioners (GPs).
17 Dec 2025
Slow, Supported Antidepressant Tapering Linked to Lower Relapse Risk
A large international study suggests that carefully reducing antidepressants over time — with the right psychological support — can significantly lower the risk of depression returning.
16 Dec 2025
GP–Paediatrician Collaboration Boosts Child Healthcare
Research indicates that upskilling general practitioners in paediatric care can enhance their confidence, allow them to work at the top of their scope, and reduce the pressure on hospital services.
16 Dec 2025
Turning Personal Loss Into Better Care for Older Australians
Associate Professor Joel Rhee has created the Rhee Family Award, driven by his own experience of navigating the aged care system with his mother. His aim is clear: support research that helps improve care for older people across Australia